It took seven years for French alternative band Phoenix to return to the Rave Thursday, so fans weren't going to let 'em get away so easily.

When the band played signature "1901" near the end of a 65-minute headlining set at a sold-out Eagles Ballroom, frontman Thomas Mars began performing at the edge of the stage and embracing outstretched hands before him. But those hands got greedy; Mars frequently seemed to lose his balance as he was pulled forward. Someone even tousled his bowl cut. | Dec. 13, 2013»Read Full Article

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ELYSIUM (Sony) In a future when the rich live in a safe, protected station orbiting the planet and while the 99% live in misery on Earth, a dying man seeks to crash into the station by any means necessary. Dystopian sci-fi by writer-director Neill Blomkamp, director of best-picture nominee "District 9," wears its social conscience on its sleeve and packs a visceral punch. Still, it's disappointingly hollow. With Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Alice Braga, Sharlto Copley. (R; pervasive violence, language) ★★1/2 | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article

An R&B-leaning pop artist signed to RCA Records, with over a million social media followers, Latimore has the starring role in "Nativity" opposite Grammy winner Mary J. Blige, Oscar-winning singer and actress Jennifer Hudson, plus actors Forest Whitaker and Angela Bassett, as a troubled teen of a struggling single mom spending the holidays with his estranged grandparents. | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article

Oprah may have had the interview. But Alex Gibney got the dirt on Lance Armstrong.

Even those who believe they couldn't think less of the disgraced Tour de France-winning cyclist will regard "The Armstrong Lie" as the final nail in the coffin he built himself. | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article

It gained notoriety at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Palme d'Or, for scenes of sex and nudity that would be considered graphic and explicit regardless of the gender or sexual preferences of the characters, though lesbian coming-of-age films are rare enough to create additional interest in it. | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article

Walk into Hispania in Delafield on the weekend for dinner, and you'll hear the strumming of classical guitar against the buzz of a busy dining room, a welcome, happy sound.

The host will offer to take your coat — an increasingly rare gesture — and you'll be shown to a white-clothed table set with substantial flatware and colorful napkins. On the other side of the room is a modern little lounge, with black leather furniture. For drinks, there are a nice little wine list (including wines from Mexico) and an array of tequilas and mescals. | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article(1)

Let a mai-tai or other rum drink transport you to the islands. Foundation Tiki Bar, with bartender Don Nelson, is one good option.

When the weather outside is frightful — and, boy, has it been this week — finding solace in a warm, tropical state of mind is almost as comforting as the real thing. (Not to say a spontaneous holiday in the Caribbean wouldn't be welcomed.)

But contrary to the biting temperatures outside, Milwaukee is filled with activities, movies and drinkeries that are sure to complement your effort to beat the cold. (Note: This list does mention alcoholic drinks, which may make you feel warmer in part because booze dilates blood vessels. Warm up responsibly, folks.) | Dec. 12, 2013»Read Full Article

Today, the Big Snow Show will blizzard through Milwaukee's music scene at the Rave. The year-end concert is presented by WLUM-FM (102.1) and features alternative rock bands. The buzz is so big, it expanded to two nights.